Sports Psychology therapists in Winchester, VA
Browse Sports Psychology therapists in Winchester, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Paul T. Haefner, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
For more than 30 years I've helped athletes and equestrians turn self-doubt into confidence, fear into courage, distraction into focus, and pressure into performance. Whether you're chasing a competitive goal, stuck in a slump, or rebuilding your nerve after a fall or injury, we'll train the mental side of your sport with the same seriousness you bring to the physical. It's the work Riding Far was built on and it reaches well beyond the arena.
35 Years Experience
In-Person in Winchester, VA 22601
Online in Winchester, VA
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Chloe Koutsos
Counselor/Therapist, NCC LPC
More and more athletes are sharing their struggle and story with mental health concerns including athletes in the NFL, NBA, Olympics, WTT. Athletes in elite sports sharing their personal experiences with mental health has positively impacted mental health publicity and others receiving treatment and support. Individual psychotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for a range of presenting concerns or issues and can help with managing anxiety and stress.
8 Years Experience
Online in Winchester, VA (Online Only)
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Dr. Samantha Morris
Psychologist, PsyD
I have experience working with athletes from HS, collegiate, professional, and Olympic levels. I have specific knowledge about the stressors that come with being an athlete and performing at high levels. I work extensively with DI college athletes and am listed on the USOPC Mental Health Directory. Some of my interests and specialties within the field of sports psychology include anxiety (including performance anxiety), mindfulness, injury, return to sport after injury, managing chronic health conditions while being an athlete, and high pressure positions.
11 Years Experience
Online in Winchester, VA (Online Only)
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Mind Body Connections
Counselor/Therapist
One of our clinicians specializes in mental health performance and works exclusively with college and professional level athletes to optimize their success and mental health simultaneously.
28 Years Experience
Online in Winchester, VA
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Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’re an athlete or performer, you may know exactly what you’re capable of—yet find that in key moments, you don’t perform at your best. You might overthink, lose focus, feel pressure, or struggle with confidence despite strong preparation and skill. This gap between what you can do in practice and what shows up under pressure can be frustrating and hard to explain.
I help athletes close that gap by training both the mind and the body to perform consistently under pressure. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we identify and shift the thought patterns that interfere with focus and confidence. With clinical hypnosis, NLP, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), we work at a deeper level to strengthen concentration, reduce performance anxiety, and condition automatic responses that support peak performance. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you stay present, grounded, and fully engaged in the moment—so you can execute rather than overthink.
What’s often missing isn’t ability—you already have the skill set. What’s missing is a reliable way to access that ability consistently, especially when it matters most. Without that, performance can feel unpredictable, and confidence can fluctuate based on outcomes rather than staying stable.
The fact that you’re here suggests you want to perform at a higher level. If you’re willing to train your mind as intentionally as you train your body, I can help you improve focus, build confidence, and perform more consistently when it counts.
27 Years Experience
Online in Winchester, VA
Sports Psychology therapists in Winchester, VA Statistics
Sports Psychology therapists in Winchester, VA average 17 years of experience and charge around $236 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Family Systems Therapy (42%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$236
Accept insurance
21%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Female |
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| 40% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 30% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 82% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 58% | Teen |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 45% | Men |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |
| 36% | Jewish |
| 33% | Christian |